When HCl is added to pure water, HCl molecules lose protons, while water molecules gain protons. In this reaction, HCl is a(n)
A) acid.
B) base.
C) salt.
D) solvent.
Answer: A) acid.
Chemistry MC
Chemistry
When HCl is added to pure water, HCl molecules lose protons, while water molecules gain protons. In this reaction, HCl is a(n)